Marianne Dahl has been appointed Acting Deputy Director at the Peace Research Institute Oslo (PRIO).
Marianne currently serves as Research Director for PRIO’s Conflict Patterns and Environments Department. She has been with PRIO for over 16 years and brings extensive experience from across the organization, including leadership roles in research management and institutional governance.
Marianne has previously held several key leadership and representative roles at PRIO, including serving as Head of the Union, Research Director and employee-elected member of the PRIO Board. These roles have provided her with broad insight into the organization and its structures, as well as experience navigating institutional development and collaboration across departments.
“Marianne brings extensive institutional experience, strong leadership qualities and a deep understanding of PRIO’s research environment. I am delighted that she has agreed to take on this key role,” said Acting Director Haakon Gjerløw about the appointment.
The appointment is temporary and will remain in place during the period with an Acting Director. During Marianne’s time as Acting Deputy Director, Research Professor Halvard Buhaug will step into the role of Research Director for the Conflict Patterns and Environments Department.
Marianne Dahl holds a PhD in Political Science from Norway’s NTNU university. Her research focuses on nonviolent mobilization, democratization, regime change and post-conflict stability.
Read more about Marianne’s background and expertise here.
